Maria Julia Amorsolo Valdes (; born December 11, 1968), professionally known as Eula Valdes, is a Filipino actress, best known for her role as Amor Powers in the original version of ''

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'' (2000) and as Janice in the ''

Bagets ''Bagets'' () is a 1984 two-part Filipino youth-oriented comedy film directed by Maryo J. de los Reyes under the production of Viva Films. Plot The movie focuses on the lives of five young boys - boy next door Adie, "overstaying" Tonton, the ...

'' film series (1984).

Early life

Eula Valdes was born at Singian Clinic (later became Singian Hospital) on December 11, 1968 in San Miguel,

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to Estanislao Fermin Valdes (March 28, 1920 in Gapan,

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- March 24, 1988) and Gracia Jorge Amorsolo (November 24, 1927 in

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- February 5, 2004 in

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). Her maternal grandfather was Filipino painter

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. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Asian Studies at

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and was a volleyball varsity player.

Career

Popularity

Valdez became part of the series ''

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'' starring

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and

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but she gained more popularity during her portrayal as "Amor de Jesus-Powers" in the

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television series ''

Pangako Sa ’Yo ''Pangako Sa 'Yo'' (International title: ''The Promise'' / ) is a Philippine primetime soap opera series that aired on ABS-CBN. It stars an ensemble cast led by Kristine Hermosa, Jericho Rosales, Eula Valdez, Tonton Gutierrez and Jean Garcia. It ...

'' in 2000 starring

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and

Jean Garcia Jessica Anne Rodriguez Maitim (born August 22, 1969), better known as Jean Garcia (), is a Filipino television and film actress, who hails from Angeles City. She is best known for her role as Madam Claudia Buenavista in the original version o ...

. In 2003, she was cast as Mira B. Cordero in the drama series ''

Darating ang Umaga ''Darating ang Umaga'' (International title: ''Till Morning Comes'' / ) is a Philippine drama made by ABS-CBN aired from March 3 to November 14, 2003 replacing '' Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan''. Starring Vina Morales and Eula Valdez. It also starred ...

'' created by

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, but the series garnered low ratings. In 2005 she joined '' Pablo S. Gomez's Kampanerang Kuba'' playing Lourdes Saavedra. In 2007 she starred in the TV series ''

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'', and after the ending of the series she did a follow-up series on ABS-CBN's rival network titled ''

Kamandag ''Kamandag'' (International title: ''Venom'') is a Philippine television drama fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based from the graphic novel of Carlo J. Caparas. Directed by Mark A. Reyes and Topel Lee, it stars Richard Gu ...

'' aired on

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starring

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. Since then she became part of GMA Network's female lead actress and starred in multiple series such ''

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'', the short-lived Saturday paranormal series '' E.S.P.'' and ''

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''. In 2009, she went back to ABS-CBN to do the primetime hit series '' The Wedding'', then in 2010 ''

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'' and the afternoon series '' Koreana''. In 2011, Eula was part of the remake of ''

Mula Sa Puso ''Mula sa Puso'' ( en, From the Heart) is a 1997 Philippine primetime melodrama romance television series originally aired by ABS-CBN from March 10, 1997, to April 9, 1999 (the series ended for 2 years in its long-run) replacing '' Maria Me ...

'' as her comeback project to ABS-CBN where she played Selina Matias (originally portrayed by Princess Punzalan based on the 1997 primetime drama series of the same name). On the 20th anniversary of MMK, she is the most featured actress with the most episodes (32 episodes, as of 2014) and she was hailed "MMK Queen". In 2012, as her comeback as a contract artist she plays Olivia La Peña-San Juan on the film remake turned TV series ''

Mundo Man ay Magunaw ''Mundo Man ay Magunaw'' (International title: ''Even If the World Ends'') is a 2012 Philippine drama television series based on the 1990 film of the same name starring Susan Roces, Nida Blanca, Toby Alejar, Alicia Vergel, Dante Rivero, Michael L ...

'' which was originally portrayed by Susan Roces and will be Black Lily at the book two of '' Walang Hanggan''. In 2014, Valdez returned to GMA-7 after ''

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'' and did ''

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'', ''

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'', ''

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'', two

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- GMA Network produced shows, ''

Princess in the Palace ''Princess in the Palace'' is a Philippine television drama comedy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Mike Tuviera, it stars Ryzza Mae Dizon, Aiza Seguerra and Eula Valdez. It premiered on September 21, 2015 on the network's afternoon ...

'' and ''

Calle Siete ''Calle Siete'' () is a 2016 Philippine television drama comedy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Monti Parungao, it stars Ryzza Mae Dizon, Eula Valdez and Christian Vasquez. It premiered on June 13, 2016 on the network's afternoon ...

'', ''

Hahamakin ang Lahat ''Hahamakin ang Lahat'' (International title: ''Love and Defiance'' / ) is a Philippine television drama romance series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Don Michael Perez, it stars Joyce Ching and Kristofer Martin. It premiered on October ...

'', and the reboot role of Queen Avria in the 2016 version of ''

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''. In 2017, she switched back to ABS-CBN. She starred in the TV series The Good Son wherein she portrayed the role of "Olivia Buenavidez", the manipulative and scheming wife of Victor Buenavidez. In 2019, she starred in The General's Daughter portraying Corazon de Leon, a loving wife and mother. Then in 2020, she played "Lucy Wong" in Love Thy Woman, a fierce and overprotective mother and wife. In 2021, she portrays Deborah delos Santos in

Huwag Kang Mangamba ''Huwag Kang Mangamba'' (International title: ''Mysterious Destiny'' / ) is a 2021 Philippine drama television series broadcast by Kapamilya Channel. Directed by Emmanuel Palo, Darnel Joy Villaflor, Jerry Lopez Sineneng and Ram Tolentino, it st ...

, a religious fanatic turned faith healer.

Awards

*1998 - Highly Commended in Asian TV Awards in Singapore (MMK: Talaarawan) *2001 - Star Awards Best Actress in a Drama Series (Pangako Sa ’Yo) *2002 - Jose Rizal Award of Excellence Top Enterntainer Award as Best Actress (Pangako Sa ’Yo) *2003 - Asian TV Awards Best Actress Nomination *2003 - Asian TV Awards Best Actress in Singapore (MMK: Karinderia) *2006 - Aliw Awards Best Actress in a musical (ZsaZsa Zaturnnah) *2011 - Broadway World Philippines Best Featured Actress in a Musical (Nine) *2015 -

Young Critics Circle The Young Critics Circle - Film Desk is a society of film critics and an award-giving body for cinema in the Philippines. It was established in 1990 and had its first awarding in 1991.

Best Performance (Dagitab) *2015 -

Gawad Urian The Gawad Urian Awards are annual film awards in the Philippines held since 1977. It is given by the Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino (MPP, "the Filipino Film Critics") and is currently regarded as the counterpart of the United States' New York Fi ...

Best Actress (Dagitab) *2017 - Gawad Tanglaw Best Actress (Neomanila)

Filmography

Television

Movies

*''PAKI(Please Care)'' (2017) *''NEOMANILA'' (2017) ... Irma *''Pwera Usog'' (2016) ... Catalina *''Dagitab'' (2014) ... Issey Tolentino *'' Born To Love You'' (2012) ... Sylvia *''

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'' (2010) ... Donya Adela *'' Working Girls'' (2010) ... Dr. Cleo Carillo *''Ang Manghuhula'' (2009) *''Rekados'' (2006) *''Nagmamahal, Kapamilya'' .... Louisa (2006) *''Ina, Anak, Pamilya'' (2006) *''Noon at Ngayon... Pagsasamang Kayganda'' (2003) .... Sylvia *''Darating ang Umaga'' (2003) TV Series .... Mira Cordero *''Di Kita Ma-reach'' *''Gimik: The Reunion'' (1999) *''Mula sa Puso: The Movie'' (1999) .... Criselda Pereira *''Babae sa Bintana, Ang'' (1998) *''

Magandang Hatinggabi ''Magandang Hatinggabi'' () is a 1998 Filipino comedy horror anthology film directed by Laurenti Dyogi, and released by Star Cinema. The film is divided into three episodes, each consisting of a different set of stories, characters, and setting ...

'' (1998) .... Carla *''Pagdating ng Panahon'' (1998) *''Ang Pulubi at ang Prinsesa'' (1997) .... Rosalie's Mom *''Hanggang Kailan Kita Mamahalin'' (1997) *''Batang PX'' (1997) *''Ikaw Pala ang Mahal Ko'' (1997) *''Madrasta'' (1996) .... Luchi *''

Sana Maulit Muli ''Sana Maulit Muli'' (International title: ''Chances'' / ) is a Philippine primetime soap opera produced by ABS-CBN. It was considered one of the most watched television shows in the Philippines from January 8, 2007, to April 20, 2007, replaci ...

'' (1995) .... Margie *''Lagalag: The Eddie Fernandez Story'' (1994) .... Sara *''Tumbasan mo ng Buhay'' (1993) *''Dahil Mahal Kita'' (1993) *''GMA Telecine Specials'' (1992) *''Ready, Get Set, Go!'' (1992) *''Barbi For President'' (1991) *''Kapag Langit ang Humatol'' (1990) .... Nelia *''Hindi Pahuhuli ng Buhay'' (1989) *''Bala... Dapat kay Cris Cuenca, Public Enemy no. 1'' (1989) *''Rosenda'' (1989) *''Buy One, Take One'' (1988) *''Bukas Luluhod ang mga Tala ''(1984) .... Monette Estrella *''Bagets 2'' (1984) .... Janice *''Hotshots ''(1984) .... Elaine *''Bagets'' (1984) .... Janice

Discography

Albums

*''Schizo'' ( EMI/PolyEast, 2008)

Singles

*''Minahal Kita'' (I Loved You) (2008)

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Valdez, Eula 1968 births ABS-CBN personalities GMA Network personalities Filipino film actresses Filipino women comedians Filipino television actresses Living people People from San Miguel, Manila Actresses from Manila People from Nueva Ecija Star Circle Quest